(Des Moines) Traveling conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly overnight. Forecasters predict that rain will transition to snow, accompanied by high winds ranging from 30 to 40 miles per hour, with gusts possibly reaching 65 miles per hour.
Iowa State Patrol Trooper and Public Information Officer Shelby McCreedy advises motorists not to underestimate the severity of this storm system.
She emphasizes that drivers must remain alert and aware while on the road. Trooper McCreedy notes that 31 snowplows have been struck so far this winter, which is a concerning figure considering the relatively low amount of snow we’ve experienced.
Southwest Iowa is under a Blizzard Warning and a High Wind Warning from 9:00 p.m. this evening until 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. KSOM/KS95 will provide updates with the latest weather information. For the most current road conditions, please visit 511ia.org.
